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Exclusive: Jar enters UPI payments through BharatPe and Unity Bank

EntrackrEntrackr · 3m ago
Exclusive: Jar enters UPI payments through BharatPe and Unity Bank
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Exclusive: Jar enters UPI payments through BharatPe and Unity Bank Jar’s integration with BharatPe’s TSP platform enables smooth UPI payment processing, while Unity Small Finance Bank facilitates the banking operations required for these transactions. Jar has entered the UPI Third-Party Application Provider (TPAP) services in collaboration with BharatPe as the Technology Service Provider (TSP) and Unity Small Finance Bank as the Payment Service Provider (PSP). According to the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) website, Jar will use the UPI handle @jarunity. Jar allows users to invest in digital gold and investors on the platform can convert their digital gold to physical gold anytime in the form of coins or jewelry with the help of the company’s partners. According to the startup intelligence platform TheKredible, Jar has raised over $60 million to date, with a valuation of approximately $325 million. Co-founders Nischay Babu AG and Misbah Ashraf collectively hold a 44.96% ownership stake in the company. Jar’s revenue from operations jumped 5.6 fold to Rs 49 crore in FY24 from Rs 8.7 crore in FY23. During FY24, its total expenditure grew 16.26% to Rs 60.38 crore. Jar has not yet filed its annual report for FY25, but according to its CEO, the company has achieved profitability—though exact figures were not disclosed. In an earlier social media update, he shared that Jar’s annualised revenue run rate (ARR) surged from Rs 23 crore in December 2023 to Rs 270 crore by December 2024. Jar will join the likes of BharatPe, Flipkart UPI, Fampay, Fi Money, Freo, INDmoney, and Super.money, all of which have entered the consumer payments space via UPI since January 2024.

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Unity Bank and BharatPe to launch EMI-driven credit card

EntrackrEntrackr · 16h ago
Unity Bank and BharatPe to launch EMI-driven credit card
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BharatPe, a financial services and UPI payments company, has announced the launch of Unity Bank BharatPe Credit Card, in partnership with Unity Small Finance Bank (Unity Bank). The card brings industry-first features designed to make everyday payments including groceries, bill payments, travel, utilities, insurance premiums, and lifestyle spends, both online & offline, smarter and more rewarding. Offered on National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) RuPay network, the card can be seamlessly linked to UPI, enabling secure and convenient payments across millions of merchants in India. With a zero-fee structure, the card does away with all hidden costs. There are no joining charges, annual fees, processing charges, or foreclosure penalties. Customers also enjoy the flexibility to prepay their EMIs anytime without penalties, making credit access transparent and stress-free. The card offers flexible EMI options of up to 12 months, helping customers manage big-ticket purchases with ease. What truly sets it apart is its unlimited flat 2% rewards (Zillion Coins) on every transaction upon EMI conversion, across all merchant categories and platforms, without restrictions. Zillion Coins can be redeemed via the BharatPe app for brand vouchers, products, or even to pay credit card bills. Kohinoor Biswas, Head – Consumer Business at BharatPe, said, “Our focus has always been to make access to credit simple, transparent, and inclusive. With the Unity Bank BharatPe Credit Card, customers get a truly lifetime free card with no hidden charges. Moreover, linking RuPay Credit Card with UPI opens a multitude of convenient payment options for cardholders.” In April, BharatPe’s subsidiary Resilient secured final approval from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to operate as an online payment aggregator. This makes BharatPe one of the few Indian fintech companies to hold an NBFC license (through Trillion Loans), a stake in a small finance bank (Unity SFB), and now a payment aggregator license. Currently, with a registered network of over 2.5 million merchants across over 450 cities, BharatPe processes more than 500 million UPI transactions per month. It processes payments of a monthly Transaction Processed Value of Rs 12,000 crore.

Ashneer Grover's allegations frivolous, attempts to malign us: BharatPe

Business TodayBusiness Today · 1y ago
Ashneer Grover's allegations frivolous, attempts to malign us: BharatPe
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Fintech company BharatPe has dismissed allegations of fraudulent activity made by former co-founder Ashneer Grover. Grover claimed that the company intentionally engaged in fraud by bringing back a convicted individual to its ownership structure in order to secure licences. BharatPe has called the allegations baseless and a means to malign the company, stating that it will continue to pursue legal action against Grover. The company also emphasised its commitment to transparency, governance and building a sustainable business. BharatPe is a joint-venture partner in Unity Small Finance Bank and has received in-principle approval from regulators for its payments aggregator business.

Exclusive: BharatPe increases its stake in Trillion Loans to 60%

EntrackrEntrackr · 1y ago
Exclusive: BharatPe increases its stake in Trillion Loans to 60%
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Fintech unicorn BharatPe has invested around $8-9 million in its non banking financial (NBFC) arm Trillion Loans and increased its stake in the Mumbai-based firm to nearly 60%, two sources told Entrackr. In May 2023, BharatPe acquired a majority 51% stake in Trillion Loans. The Tiger Global-backed firm also appointed Ravindra Pandey, Nalin Negi and Sabyasachi Senapati to the board of the NBFC firm. The investment appears to be a move for instilling confidence among its external stakeholders, including the lending community and equity holders. “Trillion Loans is now valued at $100 million. BharatPe is planning to fully acquire 100% stake in Trillion NBFC by next 24 months,” said a source who requested not to be named. The person added that BharatPe is also pushing very hard to increase its stake in Unity Small Finance Bank to get more control. Currently, BharatPe owns 49% in Unity SFB whereas Centrum Group owns the remaining 51% stake. Earlier this year, BharatPe raised a larger debt round while Trillion Loans closed a separate debt from Credit Saison. Entrackr exclusively reported the development then. “The investment will enable Trillion Loans to pursue new opportunities, leverage its capital, and operate within comfortable regulatory limits,” said another source who also wished not to be named. BharatPe declined to comment on the story. BharatPe raised its last equity round in August 2021. As per media reports, it was in talks to raise a larger equity round. While the equity funding did not materialize, it has raised multiple debts in the past three years. The company is also likely to be profitable on a consolidated basis in the ongoing fiscal year (FY25). BharatPe’s operating revenue reportedly increased by 16% to Rs 1,370 crore in FY24 while its losses shrank 70% to Rs 270 crore in FY24.

Exclusive: Infibeam entering UPI payments with new app RediffPay

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Exclusive: Infibeam entering UPI payments with new app RediffPay
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Infibeam Avenues Limited is planning to enter the unified payments interface (UPI) market with its new payment app, RediffPay, sources aware of the development told Entrackr. This move would position Infibeam Avenues among well-established competitors like PhonePe, Paytm, Google Pay, and MobiKwik in the UPI space. Last month, Infibeam Avenues acquired 54% stake in Rediff.com India, signaling plans to relaunch Rediff.com in its new avatar as a consumer-facing digital financial services aggregator. “Infibeam aims to extend beyond UPI payments with inclusion of insurance, lending, stock trading, and wealth management,” said a source requesting anonymity. In April 2024, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman highlighted that India registered 131 billion UPI transactions worth Rs 200 trillion in FY24. According to a source, Infibeam plans to leverage Rediff’s established user base and brand recognition, combined with its own expertise in digital payments, to drive the growth of its UPI offering. For context, Rediff claims 55 million monthly visits and over 70 million registered email users. Last year, Infibeam acquired a 49% stake in Pirimid Technologies, a capital market trading software provider. The company is working on integrating this capability into its digital payments platform for its domestic and international clients, with RediffPay expected to play a key role in supporting this initiative, as per sources. “Unlike other UPI players who had to start from scratch, Rediff’s existing customer base of millions will give it a significant advantage, coupled with CCAvenue’s strong presence in B2B payments,” said another source. The source added that Rediff’s substantial customer base is expected to provide the app with a ready user base. This foray will also mark Infibeam’s first major foray into the B2C segment, with a focus on consumer payments. Through RediffPay, the company will offer UPI services alongside other financial solutions, including credit on UPI and bill payments. Queries sent to Infibeam and Rediff didn’t elicit any responses till this story went to the press. Infibeam is also developing comprehensive payment technology focused on enhanced transaction security, which could give Rediffpay an edge over competitors. This aligns with Infibeam’s investment in AI through Phronetic.AI. In January, Infibeam roped in Rajesh Kumar SA as the chief executive officer (CEO) of the artificial intelligence business. Currently, PhonePe controls 48% market share by volume in UPI followed by Google Pay and Paytm with 37.3% and 7.21% shares, respectively. While CRED emerged as the fourth largest player in terms of UPI transactions, several new players such as Flipkart, NAVI and BharatPe have also entered the consumer facing payments market.

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